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Welcome to the 2009 Leaf Peepers Festival Schedule of Events. Please read below for various activities, or feel free to call us if you have any questions: 800.782.2775.
Friday, September 25th
10am – 4:30pm
Fall Foliage Horseback Ride
Mt. Trail Rides, Canaan Valley.
Enjoy the area’s fall foliage from horseback, Don’t forget your cameras! Identify yourself as a “Leaf Peeper” and receive a 10% discount. Reservations a MUST! Call 304-866-4652
10am – 4:30pm
Leaf Peepers Picnic on the Mountain
Canaan Valley Resort
Scenic Chairlift ride, picnic for 2 for $30 per couple. Picnic orders must be received 2 hours prior to arrival. Picnic includes for 2 people: scenic chairlift ride, fried chicken, salad, chips, cookies, bottled water. Ask about purchasing Sutter Home 187ml wine for $6 for 2 bottles. For reservations call 304-866-4121 ext 2616.
5:30 pm
DTEMS Cake Walk
Davis Fire Hall, Davis.
Come enjoy old fashion family fun. Many cakes to be won. If inclement weather, Cake walk will be moved inside.
8:30 pm
Music
Purple Fiddle, Thomas.
The Purple Fiddle is proud to host the bluegrass band “The High 48’s”. (Josh Davis duo to open) A energetic, group that are guaranteed to get the crowd moving. They have an excellent sound rooted in traditional bluegrass with a country twist. $10 cover charge. Kids Free. For information 304-463-4040.
Saturday, September 26th
7am
Fall Migration Birds Walk
Canaan Valley Wildlife Refuge
Hike led by Casey Rucker. Meet @ the CVW Refuge Visitors Center in Canaan Valley. For more information 304-866-3858.
8am- 1pm
IOOF Breakfast
IOOF Building, Davis.
Join the “Oddfellows” organization in this feast of a breakfast! Pancakes, Buckwheat cakes, Eggs & Sausage gravy.$7 adults & $3.50 for kids. (12 & under).
8:30am
Cabin Mountain Trail Hike
Canaan Valley Wildlife Refuge
Hike led by Master Naturalists. Meet at the CVW Refuge Visitors Center. A good way to enjoy the fall colors in the woods. For more information,304-866-3858.
9am
Davis Farmers Market
Hypno Coffee/Highland Prospects Parking Lot.
Join us for the last market of the season!! Fresh, locally grown, in-season produce available.
9am – 5pm
Appalachian Craft & Food Fair
Davis Fire Hall. Davis.
Crafters & Artists from all over the region display their specialties. Many items for sale including; painted wood slates, ceramics, fabric crafts, baked goods and hot food from the kitchen by the Blackwater Rebekah Lodge ladies. For more information 304-259-5315.
9am – 4 pm
Photo Contest
Davis Fire Hall. Davis.
As you stroll through the Appalachian Craft & Food Fair, stop and cast your vote for your favorite photo. Adult & junior categories, along with Black & White, Professional and digital categories. All photos must be matted and turned in to the Information Center by 5:00 p.m. Friday September 25th .Public Judging. Voting takes place from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Winners announced at 4pm. For more information call 304-259-5315.
10am
Bow Shoot
Canaan Valley Resort Amphitheater
Registration from 8am-10am. 7 Classes- Men, Women, Youth & Bow Hunters Divisions. Adults $15 & Youth $10. Includes; Lunch, Awards & Door prizes. For more information please call 304-614-3593 or 304-622-3570.
10am
Conifer Forest Restoration
CV Wildlife Refuge
Meet at the Refuge Visitors Center. Help plant Red Spruce & Balsam Fir on the refuge. For more information, call 304-866-3858.
10am
Tour of Davis Run For It 2K/5K Walk or Run
Davis Fire Hall.
Sponsored by Tucker Community Foundation, proceeds from this unique race support a variety of community & charitable causes. The race is for all ages & abilities. Costumes encouraged, wheelchairs and leashed dogs welcome. 5k is USATF sanctioned. Pre-register before Sept. 15th or race day 8 a.m. Davis Fire Hall. Team judging 9 a.m. The race course winds through town and starts and finishes at the Davis Fire Hall. Entry fee $10. Visit the Run For It site by clicking here, or for current event information call 304-478-2930
10am - ?
Outdoor BBQ
Windwood Fly-In Resort, Canaan Valley.
Outdoor BBQ, pumpkin face painting, candy apples, duck & fish pond, baked goods, door prizes, free gifts for kids, apple bobbing, balloon animals, plane rides, For information 304-866-7456
10 am-Noon
Paint along with Suzanne Ross
CV Wildlife Refuge
Meet at the Refuge Center. $15.00 workshop fee. Pre-registration is required. From the shade of the refuge building, emerging artists will be led through the techniques of water media. For more information, call 304-866-3858
10am – 3p
Silent Auction, Front Bay
Davis Fire Hall, Davis.
Bid on various items from local businesses. Many items to be won! Items include; Lodging Packages, Ski Passes, Handcrafted items and more!! Must be present to win!! Sponsored by Tucker County COC. For more information call 304-259-5451.
10am – 4pm
Craft Show
CV Fire Hall, Canaan Valley.
Sponsored by the Canaan Valley Women’s Club. Over 30 tables of quality handmade crafts by area and out-of-state crafters at the Canaan Valley Fire Department. For more information 304-621-2537.
10am – 4:30pm
Leaf Peepers Picnic on the Mountain
Canaan Valley Resort
Scenic Chairlift ride, picnic for 2 for $30 per couple. Picnic orders must be received 2 hours prior to arrival. Picnic includes for 2 people: scenic chairlift ride, fried chicken, salad, chips, cookies, bottled water. Ask about purchasing Sutter Home 187ml wine for $6 for 2 bottles. For reservations call 304-866-4121 ext 2616.
10am – 4:30pm
Fall Foliage Horseback Ride
Mountain Trail Rides, Canaan Valley.
Enjoy the area’s fall foliage from horseback, Don’t forget your cameras! Identify yourself as a “Leaf Peeper” and receive a 10% discount. Reservations a MUST! Call 304-866-4652
11am
Revenge of the Rattlesnake Mountain Bike Race
Davis
50K+ mountain bike race in the Blackwater river & Canaan mountain area. Will start at Blackwater Bikes in Davis. The race will not start at Timberline due to land access issues. Registration opens at 9:00 AM. More information contact Blackwater Bikes at 259-5286 or visit
11 am - 2 pm
Canaan Valley Institute Open House
Davis on Rt. 93, 2 miles east on right
Visit CVI's new state of the art Research and Education Center which features new green technologies, including Eco-Machine and green roof. Tour the facility and join us for a "How to Read the River" hike at 1 pm.
11am – 5pm
Oktoberfest.
Across from the Davis Fire Hall, Davis.
Beer, music, dancing & food! A true Oktoberfest atmosphere. Sample treats from local businesses/organizations. Three uniquely different WV based bands scheduled to appear. Come out and enjoy what promises to be a fun afternoon, rain or shine. Sponsored by the Tucker County COC. For information 304-259-5451.
1pm
Blackwater Canyon Bike Ride
sponsored by the Highlands Trail Foundation
Thomas.
Riders will depart from The Purple Fiddle at 1:00pm. Participants will not only enjoy the beauty of the canyon and the river views of the Hendricks to Bretz section of the Allegheny Highlands Trail, but will also learn about railroad history and future plans for AHT development. All downhill, the 12.5-mile ride will take approximately three hours including rest stops and exploration of historic sites. The ride is appropriate for all skill levels, but generally not recommended for children under 10. A parent or guardian must accompany children under 18. Helmets are required for all participants, who should carry plenty of water and dress for the weather. Mountain bikes or comfort bicycles are recommended for the packed dirt and gravel trail surface, but hybrid or cross bikes are also suitable. For more information on the ride, contact HTF by email: info@highlandstrail.org.
1pm
Golden Knights-Army's Premiere Parachute Event
Davis.
"The Golden Knights"-the Army's premiere Parachute team will jump into the Davis Riverfront Park- Please keep in mind that this event is weather conditions permitting. Event time and details will be updated accordingly. Call 304-259-5315 (Tucker County Info Center) for updated details.
8:30 pm
Ghost Walk
Davis.
Take a “walk back in time” through the streets of Davis, stopping at different locations where stories of strange and unusual happenings have occurred. $5.00 per person. Meet at the Old National Bank of Davis Parking lot. For information 304-866-4455.
8:30 pm
Music
Purple Fiddle, Thomas.
The Purple Fiddle is proud to host the Acoustic folk rock group “Justin Trawick Group” $8 cover charge. Kids Free. For information 304-463-4040
Sunday, September 27th
8am – 1pm
Fireman’s Fall Feed
Davis Fire Hall, Davis
Support our local Fire Department with this glorious breakfast of Pancakes, Buckwheat Cakes & Sausage Gravy & Biscuits! $7 for adults & $4 for Kids
9:30am-??
12th Annual Fall Colors Golf Tournament
Canaan Valley Resort.
New Format includes open division, Play for cash! Best Ball scramble w/ two divisions, open & handicap. Lots of great prizes!! For rules & more information call 304-259-5315.
10am
Elakala Trail Walk
Blackwater Falls State Park.
Meet the naturalist in the Lodge Lobby for a walk along the Elakala trail. This trail winds along the canyons rim over a section of a creek waterfall and by some huge sandstone rock formations. Some steps, one mile, about one hour. For more information call 304-259-5216.
10am – 4:30pm
Leaf Peepers Picnic on the Mountain
Canaan Valley Resort
Scenic Chairlift ride, picnic for 2 for $30 per couple. Picnic orders must be received 2 hours prior to arrival. Picnic includes for 2 people: scenic chairlift ride, fried chicken, salad, chips, cookies, bottled water. Ask about purchasing Sutter Home 187ml wine for $6 for 2 bottles. For reservations call 304-866-4121 ext 2616.
1pm
Duck Race
Beaver Creek Bridge (behind Dollar General), Davis.
Over 700 ducks are released into Beaver Creek (Located behind the Dollar General). First, Second, Third & Last Duck to cross finish line wins $$. Duck Tickets are $2.00 each & can be purchased at the Information Center. Tickets must be purchased before Noon on Sunday.
2pm
Cranberry Woods Walk
Blackwater Falls State Park
Join us for a walk along the Yellow Birch Trail (Meet at the Gentle Trail Parking area). Walk beneath the canopy of red spruce and eastern hemlock as we explore the northern coniferous forest of Blackwater Falls. Also we will see a mountain bog where wild cranberries grow. Along the way we may see and hear signs of red squirrels, black-capped chickadees, golden-crowned kinglets and other wildlife. Walk one mile. For more information, call 304-259-5216.
2pm
14th Annual Pet Show
Parking lot across from Davis Fire Hall, Davis.
Your pet could win a prize for Best Trick, Best Dressed or Best of Show and many more categories. Show will take place rain or shine (if inclement weather, will be held under the tent) Sponsored by the Mountaineer Humane Society.
8pm
Music
Purple Fiddle, Thomas.
Alternative rock band “Girls, Guns & Glory” (Dean Fields to open) They deliver a graceful, sturdy set of Buddy Holly-meets-Buck Owens twang 'n' roll. Singer-guitarist Ward Hayden has the pillowy voice of a '50s pin-up star -- the constant comparisons to crooners like Chris Isaak and Lyle Lovett are well-deserved -- and his band's amber-soaked melodies, tight musicianship, and casual elegance are a tonic to an evening." $8.00 cover charge. Kids Free For more information 304-463-4040.
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